Vicrola (RS) 64205, "Macushla" (Rowe-Macmurrough), John McCormack, Tenor with orchestra. Played on my 1916 vintage VV-X. First issued circa late 1911; this pressing...
The greatest rendition of this aria.
Effortless singing with stupendous breath-control and wonderfully sweet lyricism. John McCormack was a grand master of belcanto.
Funny anecdote: Lawrence Tibbett...
Victor 78 RPM Red Label. Acoustic recording by Irish Tenor John McCormack. Record is well worn; turn up the volume.
Lyrics:
Maxwellton braes are bonnie...
THE ROSE OF TRALEE
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HOW THE BALLAD CAME TO BE:
This first. As I remember (CD liner notes), it was a family member or relative...
Victrola (RS BW) 74236. "Kathleen Mavourneen" [Irish Ballad] (Crawford-Crouch), John McCormack, Tenor with orchestra, In English. First issued in late 1911, this is...